DSP

What is one reason for the DSP Training?

To help the DSP support individuals to have a better quality of life

To give the DSP more control over the lives of individuals

To make the DSPs medical experts

To reduce the amount of work DSPs have to do

One value that guides services in the Lanterman Act is:

Isolation

Obedience

Dependence

Satisfaction

When a DSP is finding creative and fun ways to help individuals learn meaningful skills, they are playing the role of:

Ambassador

Boss

Teacher

Parent

Which is an example of "People First" Language?

Victim of autism

Handicapped person

Individual with a developmental disability

Mentally retarded person

According to California state law, a developmental disability:

Always begins before someone is born

Goes away with medication and therapy

Greatly limits three or more major life activities

Only includes physical challenges

One characteristic of cerebral palsy is:

Mental illness

Involuntary movements

High blood pressure

Weak bones

Which DSP tool is used when a DSP looks and listens for things that could affect an individual's health and well-being?

Documentation

Ethics

Decision Making

Observation

Describe the DSPs role on the individual's planning team:

The DSP finds and coordinates needed services

The DSP provides services and supports to assist the individual to achieve their goals

The DSP makes decisions for the individual

The DSP assesses the individual's needs and makes recommendations for specific services

What is the Platinum Rule?

Treat individuals like your friends

Treat others as you would like to be treated

Treat individuals like your own children

Treat others as they would like to be treated

Which Lanterman Act value says that services and supports should be based on an individual's needs and preferences?

Relationships

Health and well-being

Choice

Rights and responsibilities

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